Ultimate Oceanfront Location, Villa Olivia

Description from the owner

Villa Olivia is a fabulous mulit-level oceanfront vacation home exquisitely situated on the pristine sandy beach of Playa Grande. The mediterranean style layout of this 5 bed, plus studio/ 6 bath Costa Rican beach house emphasizes open spaces and expansive wrap-around verandas to accommodate large families, groups of friends, reunions and weddings. Furnishings and decor are contemporary and comfortable, many custom-made from local hardwoods.

A refreshing open air courtyard offers each bedroom a private entrance. Terrazzo tile floors flow throughout the interior and spill out across the spacious beachfront verandas. Tropical gardens, including coconut, banana and palm trees create an attractive atmosphere.
Uniquely located with no roads to cross or vegetation to block your view. Imagine surfing directly out the back door, scanning the trees for howler monkeys, sea shelling along the beach or gazing at the stars. From the privacy of this beachfront home take delight swinging in a hammock, indulging in a spa treatment, sipping from a freshly opened coconut or simply smiling at a sunset. It's barefoot luxury!
A variety of restaurants, surf shops, spa services, yoga classes, horseback riding, turtle tours, and bike/surfboard/SUP rentals are all within walking distance. For all this, PG is the perfect laid-back beach location.
Included in the rental rate are all fees, wireless internet, room cleaning every third day, laundry service and nightly security. A private cook and nanny is available at an additional cost. Reduced rates for smaller groups.
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Villa Olivia is an ideal retreat for a oceanfront holiday in Playa Grande, Costa Rica. A beach haven where you can leave your cares behind and create everlasting memories with family and friends of all ages. We can accommodate 26 guests with our neighboring oceanfront villa Casa Mirage (sleeps 13). Pura Vida! coconut, banana and palm trees create an attractive atmosphere.

Uniquely located with no roads to cross or vegetation to block your view. Imagine surfing directly out the back door, scanning the trees for howler monkeys, sea shelling along the beach or gazing at the stars. From the privacy of this beachfront home take delight swinging in a hammock, indulging in a spa treatment, sipping from a freshly opened coconut or simply smiling at a sunset. It's barefoot luxury!

A variety of restaurants, surf shops, spa services, yoga classes, horseback riding, turtle tours, and bike/surfboard/SUP rentals are all within walking distance. For all this, PG is the perfect laid-back beach location.

Included in the rental rate are all fees, wireless internet, room cleaning every third day, laundry service and nightly security. A private cook and nanny is available at an additional cost. Reduced rates for smaller groups.

Villa Olivia is an ideal retreat for a oceanfront holiday in Playa Grande, Costa Rica. A beach haven where you can leave your cares behind and create everlasting memories with family and friends of all ages. We can accommodate 26 guests with our neighboring oceanfront villa Casa Mirage (sleeps 13). Pura Vida!...Read more

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Additional Location Information

Only an hour drive from the Liberia Airport (LIR,) Playa Grande is centrally located between Playa Tamarindo and Playa Flamingo. Truly one of the most unique, unspoiled vacation spots in Costa Rica, its 2 mile-long crescent shaped coastline, of warm blue waters and honey colored sand forms the Las Baulas Marine National Park. A sanctuary for the nesting giant leatherback turtles.

Imagine surfing directly out the back door, scanning the trees for howler monkeys, sea shelling along the beach and gazing at the stars. In the privacy of your villa take delight swinging in a hammock, indulging in a spa treatment, or simply smiling at a sunset.

Go explore the estuary in a canoe, spotting birds, iguanas and crocodiles basking on the sun-drenched riverbanks. Snorkel Playa Conchal made up of billions of crushed shells. Attend a weekend fiesta, featuring bull riding, traditional food, marimba music, and dancing. To end the day sail along the shoreline as dolphins frolic beside you.

For thrill seekers and nature lovers alike enter the realms of the forest via a canopy tour. Get your adrenalin pumping inner tubing or riverafting on the Rio Negro. Visit Rincon De La Vieja to enjoy great hiking, waterfalls, boiling mud pots, sulpher vents and a large diversity of wildlife species. Tee-off at the course designed by Robert Trent Jones which meanders through a rolling terrain with breathtaking ocean views. Get in the action of deep blue water fishing, targeting sailfish, marlin, yellowfin tuna, dorado, wahoo, roosterfish, and snapper. Experience the rich Guanacaste folklore and ancient Chorotega Indian traditions of pottery making in village of Guatil.

Villa Olivia is an ideal retreat for an oceanfront holiday in Playa Grande, Costa Rica. A beach haven where you can leave your cares behind and create everlasting memories with family and friends of all ages. Pura Vida!

More About This Location

Beach or lakeside relaxation, Waterfront

Getting There

Nearest airport: Liberia (LIR), 50 milesCar is not necessary

Availability

Last updated on March 01, 2015

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What Past Guests Are Saying

Overall Rating

Absolutely Fabulous Vacation

Left on 02/18/2015 for a stay in February 2015 | Carolyn B

We took our parents for their 50th anniversary. The Villa was perfect for our family of 13 people (7 adults, two teens and 4 kids), and was so clean and beautiful. Marianela, and the staff on the grounds were helpful, attentive and so accommodating. The highlight for us was having Kimberley and Vanessa prepare the delicious meals which freed us up to relax, surf, boogie board, turtle and bird watch and enjoy lots of great family time. Drinking our delicious coffee first thing in the morning overlooking Playa Grande was the best part of the day!

A awesome family vacation to a little bit of paradise!

Left on 07/01/2014 for a stay in June 2014 | Karen S

Our visit to Playa Grande and Villa Olivia was absolutely wonderful! Costa Rica and the Villa was everything we had hoped it would be! Costa Rica is a beautiful and lush country with so many things to experience or you can do nothing but relax on the amazing beach right outside your back door!! ( great for shelling-just do not pack them in your carry on bag!)
Our accomodations at Villa Olivia were exactly as described! We were a family of 5 with 3 adult children so having a separate bedroom and bathroom for all was perfect! ( I do not think the seperate bedrooms would work for families with young children.) The open air kitchen and living area inside and out was great for meals and family time. The view of the beach and the Pacific Ocean from the house was breath taking!
You have to have Kim prepare at least one dinner for you during your stay! Kim prepared 2 authentic meals for us and they were superb! She was the best!
If a massage is in your future then give Teodora a call. There were 3 family members who had 1 hour massages and they were so very pleased and she comes to the house!!
All the staff were very friendly and most accomodating and it was so much fun trying to communicate with them in Spanish.
We did 3 excursions, Estuary Canoe Trip and ATV booked thru Hotel Tortugas and ALL Day Adventure Tour booked thru Frijoles Locos Surf Shop. All the trips were amazing and so much fun and well worth the money!
This trip and Villa Olivia was everything that we had hoped it would be. Great family time in an amazing country while staying in a beautiful Villa! Nothing more to say than :
Gracias and PURA VIDA!!!!!!!

National Treasure

Left on 03/20/2013 for a stay in February 2013 | A FlipKey verified reviewer

Our family had the privilege of spending a week at Villa Olivia in February 2013. From the moment you walk in, you sense you have stepped off the train of tourism, and arrived in one of the special places on the planet. There are less than a dozen houses on miles of beach. The recent history of under-development has preserved the ancient history of Leatherback Turtle nesting along the beach.We had the rare privilege of witnessing a hatch right outside the door! Surf lessons for the kids were excellent.Local restaurants were great. One night the housekeeper cooked the fish we caught in the surf. The only downside...leaving!

Family Dream Trip!

Left on 08/14/2012 for a stay in July 2012 | A FlipKey verified reviewer

The minute you pick up the phone and talk to owner Julie Gordon, you know you're in wonderful hands. Not only is the house an oasis, the staff are so friendly and warm that by the end of the stay we felt like family. If you are looking for the perfect relaxing get-away, it does not get any better than Villa Olivia. The house was perfect for our family of 5 with every comfort necessary. Julie and Marianela (house manager) created what we called the "Magic Black Binder", it is a thoughtfully compiled simple resource on how to create the perfect Costa Rican vacation! The highlights of our trip besides relaxing, surfing, swimming and boogie boarding on the beach, were horseback riding at Casagua Ranch, the Palo Verde River Boat Tour, and adventure Day at Rincon de la Vieja. (All found in the "Magic Black Binder!) We are forever thankful to the Gordon family for sharing their slice of paradise, and allowing us to create lasting family memories. We will absolutely be staying at Villa Olivia again!

A true family vacation of fun, adventure and relaxation!!!

Left on 07/29/2012 for a stay in July 2012 | MI, GA, OR vistors

Villa Olivia, Costa Rica was a vacation with family and friends that offered beautiful accomodations,a huge sandy beach, glamourous sunsets, terrific adventure opportunities with alex (our personal jungle tour guide kindly arranged with the help of property manager Marianella), German bakery truck delivery, local beach front Taco Bar and surrounding restaurants for delicious food. We think one of the best features were the rocking chairs on the patio to sit & sip Cuba Libre while watching the ocean waves roll in.

Wonderful experience!

Left on 07/05/2012 for a stay in June 2012 | A FlipKey verified reviewer

Our extended family (grandmas, college kids, baby boomers) just returned from Villa Olivia. It was a wonderful experience. The staff made us feel like family! The pictures do not do the property justice. It literally sits on the Pacific Ocean...the sunsets are amazing, the beach pristine and the house spacious and with many amenities. We were treated each day by Costa Rician cuisine prepared by Kimberly. Definitely have her prepare meals for you...she is a sweetheart and an incredible cook!
Julie - thanks for sharing your beautiful home and amazing staff. We will definitely return!

another great trip

Left on 06/19/2012 for a stay in May 2012 | A FlipKey verified reviewer

my wife and i along with a few friends just spent another great week here. we loved our first trip here so much we came back. the house is very comfortable and worked well for a few families. we ate dinner everynight together outside and had many laughs. the beach is great and so relaxing. it was a shame we didnt have more time. thanks julie and to her very helpful staff.

Paradise

Left on 01/27/2012 for a stay in January 2012 | Jason Friedman

Recently returned from the 4th trip I've planned to Playa Grande at Julie's Villas. I really cannot even describe how amazing this place is. The house is ridiculously nice and well maintained. The beach is like being in heaven. Can't say enough about this place. Just don't book in early January...cause that's when I go!

when can we come back!!!

Left on 10/28/2011 for a stay in October 2011 | Vinod and Nishal Bhula

Julie your Villa Olivia is so beautiful. We chose the slow seaeson and are thankful for your pricing.
The staff, from Marianela, Kimberly, Jeffrey and our tour guide Geiner were very accomadating and helpful. My hats off to Jeffrey for cutting fresh coconuts every morning. Kimberly had prepared an excellent meal for us upon arrival and took care of us the entire week. We truly did have the entire beach to ourselves. We are planning to return in March 2012.
Thank you so much for letting us stay at your villa that is so sentimental to your family.

Our most relaxing stay in Costa Rica!

Left on 10/07/2011 for a stay in August 2011 | Allison Raver

We stayed in the studio apartment of Olivia as we were visiting CR for 30 days and needed to be a little frugal. We came across Olivia and emailed Julie right away to see if the studio was available, sure enought it was! We stayed at Olivia for 10 days and practically had Playa Grande to ourselves. The studio had all the bare essentials we needed to live comfortably for 10 days. We cooked almost every night and spent the days surfing right in front of Olivia. We look forward to another stay at Olivia! Julie is great and even gave us recommendations for other places in CR to visit.

Spectacular setting with great service

Left on 08/08/2011 for a stay in July 2011 | John

We had a group of 22 people staying in this property and the adjoining property. Villa Olivia was the base. there was plenty of room inside and out. The best part was the cook (I believe she was recommended by the owner) who went above and beyond to keep us fed and the kitchen clean. The ocean facing side had a large veranda with rocking chairs, hammock and a large dining table on the side. We spend most of the time there.

Our room was in the back on the second floor, but still with a nice ocean view. The room was very large with a fridge, sink and cupboards. The beds were comfortable. The air conditioning worked great.

Awesome

Left on 08/05/2011 for a stay in July 2011 | First Time Visitor

We stayed at Casa Olivia and the house next to it for a week with a group of five families. Our group included ages 9 to 56 and everyone loved the homes and had a great time. The location right on a beautiful stretch of beach couldn't have been better and we all enjoyed the hammocks and rocking chairs on the front porches as well as the fresh water pool. The houses were both very comfortable worked out great for a group of several families. Would definitely stay there again!

Great times at Playa Grande and Villas Olivia

Left on 07/30/2011 for a stay in July 2011 | Luis

Villas Olivia was a perfect fit for our vacation in Costa Rica (I was born and raised there, but live the is us now), and I had a chance to invite all of my brothers and sisters and their kids whom all live in Costa Rica.

We rented Casa Mirage as well and there was plenty of room for everyone. Playa Grande was a great setting for all of us to have a great vacation. All the employees are the property were there all the time and very helpful.We are definitely thinking about going back in the future.

Paradise!!

Left on 02/23/2011 for a stay in January 2011 | Mary Alice Caster, Vail, Colorado

This was my 4th trip in as many years and I can't wait to go back! It is a lovely place - waking up to swaying palm trees, a walk on the beach with very few - if any - people on it - a delicious breakfast and then nothing to do but lay in a hamoc all day - or if you prefer - going into town, ziplining, ocean activities - and then wait for the most beautiful sunset you'll ever see - paradise!!

dg.gigi
CA 931-1

Amazing place !

Left on 02/18/2011 for a stay in January 2011 | dg.gigi

Accommodations: comfortable, not luxurious (very much to our liking), feels like home
staff: very friendly & accommodating
location: perfect for surfing, surf fishing, beach walking & watching, relaxing, and close to tourist activities
Beach: only beach in area with houses right on sand...so very special!!!

Exquisite, Private and Peaceful!

Left on 02/17/2011 for a stay in January 2011 | A FlipKey verified reviewer

This is our second trip in as many years and we will be back next year too! The property is so private, warm and inviting! You feel you are in a personal paradise and the rest of the world is far away! The rooms are so nice and beachy, the property offers views all day long!

Fabulous, Fun, Beautiful, Relaxing. Perfect

Left on 02/16/2011 for a stay in January 2011 | A FlipKey verified reviewer

The setting of Casa Olivia and Casa Mirage is the beach, ocean and sunset at their best.

The houses are comfortable, well arranged, well equipped and perfect for a family or group of friends, large or small.

The area is very quiet and peacefully, The waves have always been good for boogie boarding on my visits. The surfers seems to be happy also. The expansive beach is wonderful for strolls or your morning run. There are interesting things to explore with our car also.

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